The Ngaio area offers many opportunities for recreation. In particular it offers a number of superb walking tracks. Many of these follow the ridge lines above the area, and others explore remnants of native bush, streams and gorges. Several of the walkways in the area link into the Northern Walkway.

A map prepared by NPA shows the main walkways in the greater Ngaio area.

The Wellington City Council website has  more about these and other walkways.

Visitor Information Centre in Civic Square has walkway brochures: (04) 499 4444

The Trelissick Park/Ngaio Gorge Working Group are active in preserving the natural environment in the Ngaio Gorge area. Their contact details and schedule of activities can be found on their website.